Description

2-(Benzyloxy)-5-Chloro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde intermediate characterized by its distinct benzyl-protected phenolic ether and chloro-methoxy substitution pattern. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering a reactive aldehyde group for further functionalization. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for developing new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, heterocycles, and ligands for catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners due to its conjugated aldehyde system.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Benzyloxy)-5-Chloro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde
CAS No.	486994-24-5
Molecular Formula	C15H13ClO3
Molecular Weight	276.71 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-3-methoxy-2-(phenylmethoxy)benzaldehyde; 2-Benzyloxy-5-chloro-3-methoxybenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-(benzyloxy)-5-chloro-3-methoxy-; 5-Chloro-2-(benzyloxy)-3-methoxybenzaldehyde; 2-(Benzyloxy)-5-chloro-3-methoxy-benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Benzyloxy)-5-Chloro-3-Methoxybenzaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.